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2. Description of Service

VERDICT News is an online publication that provides news coverage, summaries, and analysis of legal developments, including court decisions, regulatory actions, legislation, and related matters. Our content is intended for general informational purposes only.

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the service at any time without prior notice.

3. Not Legal Advice

Nothing on VERDICT News creates an attorney-client relationship. Our content does not substitute for professional legal counsel tailored to your specific circumstances. Always consult a qualified attorney licensed in your jurisdiction for legal advice. For complete details, see our Content Disclosure.

4. Intellectual Property

The content on VERDICT News, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of VERDICT News or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.

You may:

• View and read content for personal, non-commercial use
• Share links to articles on social media or other platforms
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You may not:

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6. Third-Party Links

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7. Disclaimer of Warranties

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8. Limitation of Liability

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10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Delaware for the resolution of any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the website.

11. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of VERDICT News after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms. We encourage you to review these terms periodically.

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy and Content Disclosure, constitute the entire agreement between you and VERDICT News regarding your use of the website.

14. Contact Information

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